How does Habitat OC really work?

Learn all facets of how Habitat OC strives to create opportunities for qualified families to purchase simple, decent and affordable homes and realize the dream of homeownership... Test your knowledge below, then read the full Myths - Facts - History of Habitat. Answers are at bottom of page.

Dispel Habitat Myths. Discover the Facts.

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1

Habitat OC families must be legal residents in the US.

Yes, every family member's legal residency is verified to qualify.

No, immigration and legal residency are not prerequisites.

2

A potential Habitat OC family must have steady work and verifiable income.

No, income and employment are not prerequisites to qualify.

Yes, each family must have steady and verifiable income.

3

Habitat OC must follow the same non-discriminatory laws that all home developers must follow.

Yes, Habitat OC is an equal opportunity lender.

No, Habitat OC is not bound by these US laws.

Just the Facts

Milestones

Facts and Myths

Past Projects

Quiz answers:1. Yes - families who purchase Habitat OC homes must be legal residents of the U.S. 2. Yes - Habitat OC families must have verifable, steady income. 3. Yes - Habitat OC must follow all non-discrimination laws like any other developer. BTW, Habitat for Humanity is the largest home builder in the world!